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 Chief Justice releases statement on Governor's budget proposal.

The Chief Justice on Wednesday released a statement on the Governor's budget proposal for the judicial branch.

The Chief Justice on Thursday released a statement on the Governor's budget proposal for the judicial branch.

California Chief Justice Tani G. Cantil-Sakauye today issued a statement on Gov. Gavin Newsom's budget proposal for the judicial branch.

Read remarks from Chief Justice Tani G. Cantil-Sakauye.

Amid COVID-19 pandemic, the deadline to hold criminal trials has been extended a total of 90 days.  

California Chief Justice Tani G. Cantil-Sakauye issued a statement on the justice system's role in addressing racism and bias.

​“The Judicial Council of California and its chair, Chief Justice Tani Cantil-Sakauye, are committed to providing equal access and fairness in our justice system,” said Judge Marla O. Anderson.

Governor Gavin Newsom signed a budget that includes $1.2 billion in new funding for the judicial branch, including restoring $200 million in previous cuts and making major investments in judicial branch programs improving access to justice.

Chief Justice’s Workgroup on Post-Pandemic Initiatives also finds remote hearings spurred case resolutions in juvenile cases, child support hearings.